Tranchet Yokote Kotagana

Steel: White Paper Steel – two-layer forged carbon steel
Finish: hammered tuschime
Bevel: unique on the right (cutting direction)
Available variants (blade width):
- 9 mm – narrow width for details and small operations
- 12 mm – versatile for marquetry and fitting
- 15 mm – intermediate cut and precise marking
- 18 mm – larger width for a more visible cutout
- 21 mm – wide blade for larger surfaces
Total length (approximate): ~157 mm
Origin/Manufacture: Japan — traditional craftsmanship

Marquetry and veneering: tracing and cutting thin and delicate pieces with precision.
Fine woodworking: fitting pieces, creating notches or adjusting delicate surfaces.
Controlled tracing along a ruler or guide to mark clean lines.
Small cuts of solid wood or thin panels requiring a sharp and precise tool.

Product care instructions:
- Recommended sharpening: using Japanese water stones or suitable sharpening wheels to maintain a clean and durable edge.
- Cleaning after use: wipe the blade to remove wood residue or dust.
- Dry thoroughly: limit prolonged exposure to moisture to preserve carbon steel.
- Storage: Keep in a dry and protected place to avoid shocks or oxidation.

The Yokote Kotagana knife is a multi-purpose Japanese blade, entirely hand-forged according to tradition.

Its 2-layer steel construction combines a high-grade “White Paper Steel” carbon steel cutting edge with a softer backing, offering exceptional cutting power and long edge durability.

The tuschime finish (hammered effect) gives the blade a distinctive texture while also helping to reduce resistance when cutting.

The unique right-hand bevel and the perfectly flat opposite face allow for precise support against a ruler for clean lines or straight cuts, particularly in marquetry and fine cabinetmaking.

These characteristics make the Kotagana a perfectly suited tool:

to the precise marking of the wood
to the cutting of veneers
fine marquetry work